Survivor Cars

Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:

Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments

No Reserve: 1989 GMC Suburban 4×4

No Reserve. When those two words form part of an owner’s sales pitch, they typically draw potential buyers like a moth to a flame. This is particularly true when the vehicle in question offers plenty of space and creature… more»

Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments

58k Mile Survivor: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe

After World War II. most of the cars sold were warmed-over pre-war editions. It wasn’t until 1949 that the floodgates opened with all-new products, including those from Chevrolet. Due to pent-up demand, Detroit was still keeping up with production… more»

Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments

Only 10K Miles! 1997 Jaguar XK8

You won’t find a lot of 1997 anythings here on Barn Finds and definitely not Jaguars such as this XK8 coupe. But why not? Yeah, yeah, it’s not a barn find but it is getting old, twenty-seven years… more»

Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments

Survivor: 1972 International 1210 Camper Special

It’s funny to think about today, but International’s line of pickups was seen as being dated in the era of this 1972 International 1210 Camper Special. This chunky, “square” design looks great now, but I guess design trends ebb… more»

Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments

Rare To See Today: 1978 Datsun 200SX

U.S. safety regulations weren’t kind to bumpers during the 1970s, but I’m sure they saved a few lives, so there’s that. Retrofitting Japanese-market bumpers to a car like this 1978 Datsun 200SX is a thing, and it’s doable, but… more»

Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments

Parked 23 Years: 1988 Yugo GVL

How many Yugo articles would you guess have been shown here on Barn Finds over the years? 20? 40? More? This 1988 Yugo GVL is the 51st, believe it or not, if I did my math correctly. And that’s… more»

Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments

Show Car: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Cars like this 1990 Ford Mustang LX demonstrated to the buying public that The Malaise Era was fast becoming a distant memory. This car will provide a new owner with excellent performance, while a recent cosmetic refresh has left… more»

Aug 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments

Driver Needing TLC: 1970 Ford Ranchero Squire

If you’re looking for something interesting to park in your workshop as a straightforward project, this 1970 Ford Ranchero deserves a close look. As a Squire, it is one of the rarest versions from that model year. Its needs… more»

Aug 9, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments

1,468 Mile 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 5-Speed

If you are going to sell a car, this seller’s ad for this 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 is an example of putting your best foot forward. This car is for sale on eBay and the seller does a great job… more»

Aug 9, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments

44k Mile 1992 Mercury Capri XR2 Turbo

Ford Australia enjoyed a healthy export agreement with its South African counterpart during the early 1970s, with that country warmly embracing the ute and GT variants of its Falcon range. Once that market dried up, the Antipodean manufacturer searched… more»

Aug 9, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments

Vintage Camper: 1976 Toyota-Chinook

Is there anything the Toyota Hilux can’t do? Made over at least eight generations, economical to run, sold worldwide … and transformed here into a camper by California company Chinook Mobilelodge, the Hilux proved its versatility for decades. The… more»

Aug 9, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments